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MSDS
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
I. PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
PRODUCT NAME: Chlorinated polyvinyl chloride (CPVC)
MANUFACTURER: Harvel Plastics
PHONE NUMBERS:
PRODUCT INFORMATION: (215) 252-7355
CHEMTREC: (800) 424-9300
II. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
ODOR: Odorless
PERCENT VOLATILES: N/A
MELTING POINT: N/A
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Insoluble
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 1.35 – 1.55
III. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
STABILITY: Stable
MATERIALS TO AVOID: Strong oxidizing agents
IV. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
VENTILATION: Provide sufficient exhaust at all operations capable of creating fumes or vapors.
Cutting or sawing, machining, heat welding, thermofolding and other operations
involving heat sufficient to result in degradation should be examined to ensure
adequate ventilation
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
SKIN: Not normally required
EYE: Wear Safety Glasses
RESPIRATOR: Not normally required
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V. HEALTH HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
ACUTE OR IMMEDIATE EFFECTS:
There are no significant health hazards from vinyl compound at ambient temperatures.
Inhalation of decomposition or combustion products will cause irritation of the respiratory tract,
eyes and skin. Depending on the severity of exposure, physiological response will be coughing,
pain and inflammation.
MEDICAL RESTRICTIONS: Individuals with bronchial asthma and other types of chronic obstructive
respiratory diseases may develop bonchspasm is exposure to
decomposition products is prolonged.
VI. FIRST AID MEASURES
If irritation persists from exposure to decomposition products, remove the affected individual from the area.
Provide protection before re-entry.
VII. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
CHRONIC TOXICITY: Harmless
MEDICAL CONDITIONS PRONE TO AGGRAVATION BY EXPOSURE: little danger to health.
VIII. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
AUTOIGNITION TEMPERATURE: >433C (>830F)
HAZARDOUS PRODUCTS OF COMBUSTION:
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrogen chloride and small amounts of benzene, aromatic and
aliphatic hydrocarbons and small amounts of chloroform and carbon tetrachloride
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA:
Water stream, ABC dry chemical, foams, carbon dioxide may be ineffective on larger fires due to
a lack of cooling capacity which may result in reignition.
IX. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
SPILL OR RELEASE: Place into a container for reuse or disposal
X. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
DISPOSAL: Dispose in accordance with Federal, State, Provincial and Local regulations. These
products are not defined or designated as hazardous.
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XI. DISCLAIMER OF EXPRESSED AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES
The information presented in the Material Safety Data Sheet is based on data believed to be accurate as of
the date this Material Safety Data Sheet was prepared. HOWEVER, NO WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR ANY OTHER
WARRANTY IS EXPRESSED OR IS TO BE IMPLIED REGARDING THE ACCURACY OR
COMPLETENESS OF THE INFORMATION PROVIDED ABOVE, THE RESULTS TO BE OBTAINED
FROM THE USE OF THIS INFORMATION OR THE PRODUCT, THE SAFETY OF THIS PRODUCT,
OR THE HAZARDS RELATED TO ITS USE. No responsibility is assumed for any damage or injury
resulting from abnormal use or from any failure to adhere to recommended practices. The information
provided above, and the product, are furnished on the condition that the person receiving them shall make
their own determination as to the suitability of the product for their particular purpose and on the condition
that they assume the risk of their use. In addition, no authorization is given nor implied to practice any
patented invention without a license.